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What is an Event Contract

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4 thoughts on “What is an Event Contract”

  • Dejah Downiny

    I am trying to make money

    • Interactive Brokers

      Hi Dejah, thank you for reaching out. If you are interested in opening an account, you can apply here:
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      We’re glad to help with any general questions along the way. You can also find helpful info in our FAQ: https:// ibkr.com/article?id=28216814.

      Don’t hesitate to reach out — we’re here for you!

  • Mark S.

    Hi, I’m in Canada and trying to trade Bitcoin and Ethereum event contracts. Using Ethereum as an example, I am able to trade Y/N on the Dec 31 contracts and most of the July 31 contracts. However, 2 things: 1- some recently added Eth Jul 31 prices give me a Trade Notice “Restricted: CIRO has not authorized”. Question: for Eth July 31, why can I trade “Above 2800 Y/N”, but I cannot trade “Above 3200 – Trade Notice”. They are the same crypto, same date, just different strikes. 2-Similar to above, some dates are completely untradeable for me due to the trade notice. These are the shorter term dates like July 18, 21 and 22. Are only month end and year end available?

    • Interactive Brokers

      Hi Mark, thank you for reaching out. We are always looking to expand our Products and Offerings. To request that a new Product be added for trading, please review this FAQ for instructions: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/faq?id=49279107

      Also, please review the difference between Crypto Basic and Crypto Plus trading permissions: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/faq?id=344071080

      Please note that all exchange and custody services in connection with trading and holding cryptocurrency tokens and other digital asset tokens through IBKR trading platforms are provided by Cryptocurrency Service Providers. For more information, please review: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/faq?id=164273591

      We hope this information is helpful!

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